A deadly Lakki Marwat blast rocked the busy Sarai Naurang market on Tuesday, leaving at least seven people dead and more than 18 others injured, according to hospital sources. Among those killed in the Lakki Marwat blast were two traffic police officers who were on duty in the area at the time of the explosion. The sudden blast created panic in the crowded market as people rushed to save the injured. Hospital officials said women and children were also among the injured. Several wounded people were shifted to nearby medical facilities for treatment, while emergency teams reached the site soon…
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Pakistan on Tuesday strongly denied reports about Iranian military aircraft in Pakistan, saying the claims were misleading and aimed at damaging ongoing diplomatic efforts in the Middle East. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded after a US media report claimed that Pakistan had quietly allowed Iranian military aircraft to use its airbases during recent regional negotiations. According to the report, several Iranian planes allegedly arrived at Nur Khan Air Base after a ceasefire announcement between Iran and the United States earlier this year. The report also claimed that one of the aircraft was an Iranian Air Force RC-130 reconnaissance plane.…
US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering military action against Iran after growing frustrated with the slow progress in negotiations aimed at ending tensions between the two countries. According to a report, Trump considering military action against Iran has become a serious topic inside the administration in recent days. Officials said the US president is unhappy with Iran’s handling of talks and believes Tehran is not showing enough willingness to compromise on key nuclear issues. The report stated that Trump is also concerned about the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil route. Sources familiar with…
A brave citizen stops suicide attack in Kohat after sacrificing his own life while confronting a suspected suicide bomber near the inter-provincial border of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to security sources, the incident took place near Khushal Garh Bridge between Punjab’s Jand tehsil and Kohat district in KP. The suspected militant was reportedly moving through nearby fields when a local resident, Liaqat, stopped him and asked for identification. During the confrontation, the attacker detonated explosives, killing both himself and Liaqat on the spot. Officials said the timely action by the retired Pakistan Railways employee prevented what could have been…
Quetta: Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti said security forces prevented a major tragedy by arresting a female bomber before a planned suicide attack in Islamabad. Speaking at a press conference in Quetta on Monday, Bugti said terrorists had forced and prepared the woman for an attack targeting the federal capital. He added that intelligence agencies acted in time and successfully stopped the plan. According to the chief minister, reports had earlier surfaced on social media about a missing woman. Security agencies traced the case and uncovered the terror plot before it could be carried out. Bugti said terrorist groups are…
Islamabad: The Foreign Office has said that the Attack on police post in Bannu was planned by terrorists based in Afghanistan. Authorities confirmed that the Attack on police post in Bannu is linked to cross-border militant activity and foreign-based networks. Officials stated that the Attack on police post in Bannu on May 9 resulted in the martyrdom of 15 police personnel, while four others were injured. The incident has raised serious concerns over regional security and terrorism threats. According to investigations and technical intelligence, the Attack on police post in Bannu was coordinated from Afghan territory by terrorist elements operating…
The Reko Diq Project remained in focus during a high-level meeting in Islamabad between Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik and John L. Thornton, chairman of Barrick Gold Corporation. The meeting reviewed the current progress of the Reko Diq Project and discussed future plans for one of the world’s largest undeveloped copper and gold reserves. Both sides examined ongoing development work, coordination among stakeholders and ways to maintain steady progress on key milestones. Officials also agreed to continue close cooperation to ensure the successful completion of the project and speed up activities linked to its development. During the discussion,…
Remittances in April 2026 reached $3.53 billion, showing an 11.4% increase compared to the same month last year, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan on Monday. Despite the annual rise, remittances in April 2026 dropped by 7.6% compared to March, when overseas Pakistanis had sent $3.83 billion back home. The central bank said total workers’ remittances during the first 10 months of FY26 climbed to $33.86 billion. This marked an 8% increase compared to the same period of the previous fiscal year. Saudi Arabia remained the top source of inflows during the month. Pakistanis living in…
Iran’s response to US peace proposal has deepened uncertainty over the ongoing conflict in the Middle East after President Donald Trump rejected Tehran’s latest offer for negotiations. The Iranian proposal focused on ending the war across the region, easing tensions in Lebanon, and restoring safe shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian media reports said Tehran also demanded compensation for war damage, an end to sanctions, and guarantees against future attacks. Soon after the proposal surfaced, Trump dismissed it in a social media post and called it “totally unacceptable.” However, he did not explain which parts of the offer the…
The recent Badakhshan civilian killings have triggered fresh criticism of the Taliban regime as tensions continue to rise in Afghanistan’s northern region. According to reports published by Afghan International, clashes broke out between Taliban forces and local residents in the Argo district of Badakhshan province over disputes linked to the control of local resources. During the unrest, Taliban fighters allegedly opened direct fire on unarmed civilians, leaving at least two people dead. The Badakhshan civilian killings have fueled fear and anger among local communities. Reports suggest the number of casualties could increase as protests continue across the area. Sources also…
